U.S. designer Michael Kors has announced
plans to open a new store in Tokyo's Ginza district in the fall.
The 7,800-square-foot flagship, located
on Chuo Street, is the first free-standing Michael Kors store to carry menswear
items.
The store's interior will utilize Kors'
classic "jet set glamour" theme, which includes white marble
flooring, zebra-skin accents, stainless steel fixtures and Macassar wood.
"Japan is a key market for our
continued development in Asia," John Idol, chairman and CEO of the brand,
said in a brand statement, according to
Luxury Daily.
"The importance of Tokyo to luxury and fashion retailing makes
this the right place and time to open our first store showcasing every facet of
the Michael Kors brand. We look forward to offering the full breadth of our
product assortment, presented with our signature glamour, chic and superlative
service, to our Japanese customers and tourists traveling to Tokyo," Idol
added.
Michael Kors already has many stores
within Tokyo but this new location is in a prime shopping area, which will
reach both residents and tourists.
The first floor includes large windows
surrounded by Bianco Dolomiti marble and will offer handbags, accessories,
watches, jewelry and eyewear; while a lower level will offer men's attire and
accessories.
According to Luxury Daily, a video
screen covers both the second and third stories.
Both Michael Kors Collection and Michael
Michael Kors women's ready-to-wear will be housed on the third floor, along
with a large shoe range.
In related news, Kors was named the 2014
Most Searched For Fashion Designer By Bing. The designer placed second on
2013's chart — he was beat by Victoria Beckham. She did not make the list at
all this year, according to WWD.
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